Trump and Netanyahu agree to restrict Iranian oil exports to China

During a meeting at the White House on Wednesday, US President Donald Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu reached an agreement to reduce Iranian oil exports to China. According to reports from Axios citing government sources, the move is part of a "maximum pressure" campaign against Tehran. China currently receives approximately 80% of Iran's oil exports, making it a critical source of revenue for the Islamic Republic. To achieve this reduction, the US is considering imposing a 25% customs tariff on any country that conducts trade with Iran. This development occurs despite recent nuclear program talks between US and Iranian diplomats mediated by Oman. Simultaneously, the US continues to deploy military assets to the Gulf region. Reports suggest the US military is preparing for potential operations against Iran that could last several weeks. The agreement highlights a shared strategic objective between the US and Israel to further isolate the Iranian economy.